Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration Begins; Apply by April 8 @cetonline.karnataka.gov.in

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Content Writer | Updated On - Mar 24, 2026

Candidates must have studied in Karnataka for at least seven academic years (from 1st standard to the qualifying degree).

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has commenced the registration process for the Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test (PGCET) 2026. Prospective candidates seeking admission into MBA, MCA, M.E., M.Tech, and M.Arch courses across Karnataka can now submit their applications through the revised official portal.

According to the latest notification, the registration window opened on March 23, 2026, and will remain active until April 8, 2026. Candidates are advised to complete their forms and pay the prescribed application fee by April 10, 2026, to ensure their eligibility for the entrance examination scheduled for late May.

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Karnataka PGCET 2026 Important Dates

Event	Date
Registration Start Date	March 23, 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	April 8, 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	April 10, 2026
Admit Card Release	May 2026 (Tentative)
M.E. / M.Tech / M.Arch Exam Date	May 23, 2026
MBA / MCA Exam Date	May 24, 2026
Provisional Answer Key Release	June 2026
Result Declaration	June 2026

For more information, students can visit the official website, cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. For easy access, the link is given below.

Direct Link: Karnataka PGCET 2026 Application Portal

Image Source: @cetonline.karnataka.gov.in

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST and Category-I candidates of Karnataka). For part-time courses, a minimum of three years of work experience is mandatory.

Admission is based on the merit rank obtained in the Karnataka PGCET 2026 entrance exam. Post-exam, qualified candidates must participate in centralized counseling, which includes document verification and seat allotment based on their preferences and availability.

The registration fee is ₹650 for General and OBC candidates, while candidates belonging to SC, ST, and Category-I (of Karnataka only) must pay ₹500.

Candidates are advised to visit the official website at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in and collegedunia.com for the latest updates.

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